Emergency oxygen masks for pets are new to Tracy

A local animal rescue group is making sure that firefighters are prepared to aid family¿ pets, as well as residents, in case of fire.

Animal Rescue of Tracy has purchased a set of oxygen masks that will work for Rover or Fluffy.

“We think these masks are a great idea,” said Kim Francis with Animal Rescue. “We purchased a kit for Engine 94 in honor of their rescue of a border collie this past June. They pulled the dog out of the California Aqueduct after the dog had got stuck and was unable to climb out.